Auditor
Comprehensive Sites
Bureau of Labor Statistics: Accountants and AuditorsFrom this site of the U.S. Department of Labor, you can gather some basic information on what it’s like to be a financial auditor and also details on wages and related occupations. You can read the description of the work and decide if being an auditor might be right for you. Take a look at the education and training requirements, too.
CareerOneStop: Accountants and AuditorsView the occupational information for this profession and also find a video describing the life of an auditor. National salary data, an occupational profile, and the recommended education and training needed to be successful in the profession are provided for students interested in this career.
Princeton Review: AuditorAuditor
Financial Examiner
Financial Manager
Internal Auditor
Tax Auditor
Tax Collector
Accredited Academic Programs
Princeton Review: Auditor, College MajorsIf you are interested in becoming an auditor, check out the majors listed at this page, such as applied mathematics or data processing. You can then click on your selection to be taken to a list of colleges in the U.S. that offer your major in the area you are looking to study in. Complete contact information on web sites for these colleges can be easily accessed to find out more about the academic program.
Start Here, Go Places: Top Business SchoolsThis site is very valuable if you are looking for top business schools, all of which are accredited. You will also find a separate list for those specifically offering an accounting degree, and business school programs by major.
Salary Levels
PayScale: AuditorsThe average salary for auditors by years of experience is displayed at the chart at this page, which also offers you information on salary by age, gender, location, and employer type. Scroll down to find more information, or click on whatever chart you are interested in viewing from the list at the bottom of the page.
Professional Organizations
American Taxation AssociationThis organization is open to anyone with an interest in taxation and related research. If you are thinking about becoming a financial auditor, you might be interested in knowing about the education available here, including a variety of publication on tax law, tax conferences, and journals.
Association of Government AccountantsThe “tomorrow’s professionals” link may be of particular interest to students, where you can find career profiles, case challenges, and information on becoming a tax professional. Student memberships are available to college students and those in their very early careers.
The Information Systems Audit and Control AssociationThis organization is a centralized source of guidance in the field of auditing and offers information on certification, educational opportunities, and a site for students. The benefits of student membership are outlined, including complimentary software, discounts on examination fees and publications, and web delivery of publications that may help you learn more about the auditing profession.
The Institute of Internal AuditorsThis is a global organization and sets the standards for professional development and certification as an internal auditor. Professional practice resources are available, as well as resources especially geared towards students.
Job Opportunity Sources
4Jobs.com: Accounting and FinanceYou can post your resume at this site, research the industry, or simply search for jobs across accounting, auditing, and related fields. Thousands of jobs from private and public companies nationwide are listed here for you to peruse. A graph at the site also lets you look at trends in the finance sector.
Indeed.com: Auditor JobsThousands of job opportunities can be connected to from this site, which offers details on location, salary, and experience required, drawn from several notable career databases and from private companies with individual job postings.
Licensing & Certification
Accreditation Council for Accountancy and TaxationSeveral credentials are described and available from this organization, including accreditation in business accountancy, accredited tax advisor, and tax preparation.
Certified Government Financial ManagerThis resource will tell you all you need to know about the benefits of certification, as well as taking the first steps towards earning this credential and studying for the exams.
The Institute of Internal Auditors: CertificationRecognized internationally as the standard setter for internal auditors, this organization offers a credential as a Certified Internal Auditor. The benefits of this type of certification are discussed, as well as the process involved and specialty certifications.
Publications
Auditing: A Journey of Theory and PracticeFrom Rutgers University and the American Accountancy Association, this site connects you to article abstracts dating back to 1995.
Internal AuditorA leading publication of the internal audit profession, an overview of the current issue is available at this page. If you want to learn more, you will need to be a member, but individual student memberships are available at a very low cost if you are enrolled in the study of auditing or related coursework at a college or university that does not have educational membership.
Journal of AccountancyYou can view recent publications directly from this site, or browse subjects by author dating back to the year 2000. Personal and financial planning, practice management, and tax issues are all discussed and appropriate for experts in the field of auditing, as well as those new to the field.
Tax AdviserKnown as the magazine of “planning, trends, and technology,” the Tax Adviser provides updated information on the latest tax developments, for students and professionals who are interested in being most up-to-date on the industry. All issues posted are available at no cost online.
Online Forums & Blogs
Institute of Internal Auditors: Discussion GroupsIf you are interested in networking with people who want to learn more about an auditing career, you can access these discussion groups after you sign in and create a login. A general group talks about issues facing the internal audit profession, with specialized groups available.
Tax Professional BlogThis tax professional blog has important discussions on tax law and plenty of papers to download on tax controversies, treaties, and news.
Career Videos
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants: Live WebcastsThe archives at this site offer students who are looking to take the Uniform CPA Exam videos from past events that featured expert panelists. Topics address examination content, as well as test administration, and are available as video or slide presentation.
CollegeGrad.com: Accountant and Auditor CareersLearn about how accountants and auditors are involved in all types of financial development. The specific roles of accountants and auditors, their specialties, and ways that you can take full advantage of all the different professions and flexibility in the field are discussed.
